Hart's RV Park & Campground — Hotel in Waterloo

The owner was friendly over the phone at first, but I feel that she could have been more up front about the nature of her place. That would have saved us a wasted 23 mile trip both ways. Waterloo is a beautiful place, but I would rather stay on the free TVA land than at this so-called campground. The campground is actually a trailer park with some spots for camping. We stay in many campgrounds, some better than others, but this is the first time we have driven through a campground and left. I could not even find the camp office to begin with and everybody at the trailer park was staring us down when we drove through.

When I couldn't find the office, I called the owner back to tell her we had changed our minds. She did not answer her phone. I got a phone call later on from a different number and it was the owner. I let her know that her park was not what we expected and that we had changed our minds. She got an attitude with me and said, "Thanks for letting me know. I waited for you for over an hour." I then informed her that I had tried to call and she didn't answer. I did not bother to mention that she wasted an hour of my time and the gas that I used to drive to her disappointment of a trailer park that she is trying to pass off as a campground. If you do decide to camp in Waterloo, I would suggest that you turn right on the road before you cross the bridge into town and stay on the TVA land. It is well maintained, peaceful...

We were greeted by the very helpful and friendly owner. The views are beautiful, however with the description and great reviews, we expected a little more. This is more like a rustic fishing camp. It was recommended that we not use the coffee maker and the microwave at the same time. Yikes! 30 amp service is old. Picnic tables need help. Grass sites. Also there was a dog roaming in the park that was unfriendly, so we didn't feel comfortable having ours out and about. Paid $17 for the night, a fair price, probably. With a few upgrades, this could really be a hidden gem. Grocery and dining not close, so bring...

Been going to this campground for 13 years....it is like family and going home. We camp at many different campgrounds from private to state parks and they all offer different amenities. At Hart it is shaded, beautiful views of the water, hot showers and friendly people...the owner treats everyone like...